Melbourne Writer's Festival 2015

Melbourne Writers Festival is for everyone who reads. This year we celebrate 30 years of presenting the world’s best writers in a program for all Melburnians. Whether you’re deeply engaged in intellectual ideas or love spending time with your book club, MWF is sure to have something for you among our 400+ events. Make the most of unique opportunities to hear from international superstars and much-loved Australian greats as we present writers from all corners of the globe.

We’ll explore readers’ favourite genres, from crime to comedy, and thrillers to romance. Or if thought-provoking discussion is what you’re after, we’ll tackle the hottest topics in depth. Meanwhile, toddlers through to teens can take part in our free family activities and events. Readers, writers, watchers and listeners: whether you’re into books, the Internet, TV or podcasts, MWF has it covered.

See you in August!
Lisa Dempster
Festival Director / CEO

Highlights

How did Louis de Bernières, author of international bestseller Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, begin his brilliant career as a writer? On the eve of his new novel of love, war and renewal, The Dust That Falls From Dreams, he’ll retrace his journey. Hosted by Michael Cathcart.

Rob Thomas is the creator of TV cult classics Veronica Mars, Party Down, and the new series iZombie. He’ll talk about it all, including pintsize PI Veronica’s journey from TV to film (and now books) – kickstarted by the most successful crowdfunding campaign ever.

Naomi Klein’s international bestseller No Logo exploded the way we think about global brands and their impact. In her latest game-changer, This Changes Everything, she exposes the war capitalism is waging on our planet. Have your assumptions challenged – and discover how we can do better.

Step into 1920s London and a world about to be changed forever, as you meet characters whose lives are also on the brink of transformation. Much-loved novelist Sarah Waters talks about her brilliant and tender novel The Paying Guest.

UK literary icon Will Self has lived in and visited Australia – which he both loves and hates – for over 30 years. He’ll reflect on the repression and denial at our dark heart, and unpick his own vexed relationship with our country.